Fish Stew (moqueca De Peixe)
Fish Stew (Moqueca de Peixe) is a traditional dish from Santomean Cuisine that is rich in flavor and perfect for a cozy meal. This stew is made with fresh fish, vegetables, and a delicious coconut milk broth.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh fish fillets
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tbsp palm oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the palm oil over medium heat.
- Add the onions, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the tomatoes and cook for a few minutes until they start to break down.
- Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Gently add the fish fillets to the pot and let them cook in the coconut milk broth for about 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lime juice.
- Serve the fish stew hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Large pot Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Ladle Serving bowls
Serving suggestions
Serve the Fish Stew with steamed rice or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a richer flavor, marinate the fish fillets in lime juice and salt for 30 minutes before adding them to the stew.
Cost
Medium